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Matchbox

The Beatles

Basic Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Matchbox by The Beatles

Level: Beginner Decade: 1960s Genre: Rock Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Energetic / Aggressive View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
  A

Hook
AI Said I'm Sitting Here Watching, Matchbox Hole In My Clothes
I Said I'm SittinDg Here Wondering, Matchbox Hole In My Clothes                          A​
I E7Ain't Got No Matches But I Sure, Got A LonDg Way To Go                         A   E7​

Verse
AI'm An Ole Poor Boy, And I'm A, Long Way From Home
I'm An Ole DPoor Boy, And I'm A, Long Way From Home                      A​
E7                              A       I Tae
I'll Never Be Happy Cause Everything I've, Ever Did Was Wrong
E7Well, If You Don't AWant My Peaches Honey, Please Don't Shake My Tree
Well, If You Don't DWant My Peaches Honey,
Please Don't Mess Around My Tree                 A​
I Got News E7For You Baby, Leave Me Here IDn Misery                 A       A7​

Instruments
  A7   A7   A7   A7
  D7   D7   A7   A7
  E7   D7   A7   E7

Verse 2
Well, Let Me Be YourA Little Dog, Till Your Big Dog Comes
Well, Let Me Be YourD Little Dog, Till Your Big Dog Comes                     A​
E7                              D                              A Eze
And When Your Big Dog Gets Here, Watch How Your Puppy Dog Runs      I
Also available in: C D E G

FAQ

What are the chords for Matchbox?

The chords for Matchbox are: A, D, E7, A7, D7

What is the original key of Matchbox?

The original key is A.

What is the difficulty of playing Matchbox?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Matchbox in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Matchbox be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Matchbox on ukulele?

Chord Matchbox can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Matchbox?

Matchbox uses 5 chords: A, D, E7, A7, D7

What is the easiest way to play Matchbox?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Matchbox released in?

Matchbox was released in the 1960s. See more 1960s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Matchbox?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Matchbox to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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